Washington County Fair Premium Book 2018

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1 Washington County Fair Premium Book 2018 PREMIUM BOOK VALID FOR: July 24-29, 2018 Washington County Fair Park 3000 Hwy. PV, West Bend, WI pg. 1

2 2018 Premium Book Index Department Page Number Department Page Number Fair Park Information Jr. Club Booths Admission Prices Jr. Youth Leadership / Self Determined Judging Jr. Social / Political Science 125 Staff & Committees 6 1 Open Dairy Cattle 126 Exhibitor Instructions Open Beef Cattle Regulations for State Aid Open Sheep Animal Health Regulations Open Draft Horse Jr. Department General Rules Open Poultry Veterinarian Responsibilities 20 8 Open Rabbit Open Llamas/Alpacas Overnight Passes Open Plant & Soil Science Open Flowers & House Plants Buy a Brick Open Natural Science Jr. Dairy Cattle Open Cultural Arts Jr. Beef/Dual Purpose Livestock Open Photography Jr. Swine Open Woodworking Jr. Sheep Open Mechanical Projects Jr. Goats Open Foods & Nutrition Jr. Horse/Ponies Open Clothing Jr. Poultry Open Knitting Crocheting & Wool Spinning Jr. Rabbits Open Home Furnishings Jr. Dogs Open Educational Exhibits Jr. Animal Vet Science Open Senior Citizens Jr. Llamas/Alpacas Open Project by Exhibitors With Special Needs 113 Jr. Cats Jr. Plant & Soil Science Those participating in the WC Fair may request reasonable 115 Jr. Flowers & House Plants accommodations for disabilities by contacting, Kellie Boone 116 Jr. Natural Science/Wild Life AIS Executive Director and Fair Manager at or 117 Jr. Exploring/Cloverbuds Kboone@wcfairpark.com. At least on month in advanced is suggested. Staff will follow up with participant as soon possible 118 Jr. Cultural Arts to discuss the requests for accommodation and will notify the 120 Jr. Photography appropriate County Fair Officials of accommodations that have been approved. 121 Jr. Computers Jr. Woodworking Jr. Electricity Jr. Mechanical Projects Jr. Foods Jr. Clothing/Clothes Horse Jr. Knitting/Crocheting/Wool Spinning Jr. Home Environment/Quilting Jr. Child Development & Health Jr. Communications/ Demonstrations Fair Premium Book and Online Entering available at Washington County Fair Park is not responsible for any changes made to this book after Publication. pg. 2

3 Washington County Fair Dates July 24 29, 2018 ALL ENTRY FORMS MUST BE RECEIVED AT THE FAIR PARK OFFICE OR ONLINE BEFORE JUNE 30 TH, 2018 NO EXCEPTIONS Draft Horse Deadline is 6/12/18 NO EXCEPTIONS! Address: Phone: Hwy PV West Bend WI Office Toll Free kboone@wcfairpark.com Office Hours: Monday Friday 8am -4:30pm pg. 3

4 Admission Fees JUNIOR DEPARTMENT EXHIBITORS $8.00 Season Pass OPEN DEPARTMENT EXHIBITORS $20.00 Season Pass GENERAL Tuesday $3 (all ages no discounts) Wednesday $7 adults (13 and over) $5 seniors (60 and over) $4 youth (7-12 yrs.) Free Military + 1 guest Thursday - Saturday $10 adults (13 and over) $5 seniors (60 and over) $7 adults advance (prior to 7/14/17) $4 youth (7-12 yrs.) Sunday $7 adults (13 and over) $5 seniors (60 and over) $4 youth (7-12 yrs.) Season Pass: (good all days of Fair) Adult $30 $25 (prior to 7/14/17) Youth $14 $12 (prior to 7/14/17) OC Exhibitors $20 JR Exhibitors $8 4-H/FFA Adult Vol. $15 (available only through UW Extension office) 6 yrs. and under -- FREE *These prices may change after publication* GATES OPEN & ADMISSION IS CHARGED FROM: 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. - Tuesday 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Sunday Exhibitors being judged after gates open must have a wristband or admission ticket The Washington County Agriculture and Industrial Society and the Washington County Education and Culture Committee takes this opportunity to welcome you to its 160th annual Fair. The Fair is held to encourage young people of the county to learn new skills in the process of becoming adults. We extend to all a sincere invitation to attend. pg. 4

5 TYPES OF JUDING Danish Judging: This is the traditional system, in which all exhibits of the same division are presented simultaneously to the judge. The judge evaluates each exhibit, but is permitted to give a maximum of 25% ribbons within each color in each division. This style is used primarily on the animal departments and open division entries. Face-to-Face Judging: This form of judging allows more flexibility for judge and exhibitor. Youth bring their projects to the judge within the allotted time, and talk to the judge about their exhibit. Based on the variables from the face-to-face discussion, the judge awards the ribbon and premium which he/she believes is appropriate. This style is used in junior division departments exhibited in the Ziegler Family Exposition Center. Premium Listings: 1 st Blue = Excellent 2 nd Red = Very Good 3 rd White = Good 4 th Pink = Needs Improvement JUDGING 1. Exhibits in any department must be worthy, in the estimations of the judge, to qualify for a prize. 2. Not more than one premium will be awarded any exhibitor upon any one prize number. 3. Any person residing in Washington County is eligible to enter Open Departments. Junior Department exhibitors must be a member of a recognized youth group. 4. Any exhibitor who shall attempt to interfere with deliberations or decisions of the judges will be excluded from competition in that division. 5. Any person making a false entry will forfeit premium. 6. All judging will be done by qualified judges registered with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. 7. The report of the judges must be made out and returned to the Manager s Office at the completion of the Department Judging. 8. No person Except the Manager and Assistants will be allowed to examine the entry books until after the awards have been made. 9. All premiums, both regular and special, are the absolute property of the Washington County Ag & Industrial Society, and will paid as such. 10. All articles competing for premiums will be under the control of the Superintendent and must not be removed from the grounds until after the last say except by written permission of the manager. Failure to abide by this rule, exhibitor forfeits all premiums. 11. No articles shall compete for more than one premium unless as part of a collection, nor will premiums be awarded when articles are not worthy in the estimation of the judges, even though there will be no competition. pg. 5

6 WASHINGTON COUNTY AGRICULTURE & INDUSTRIAL SOCIETY BOARD OF DIRECTORS Dan Dineen Chris Miller Roger Kist Robbie Robrahn Marilyn Merten Jim Schwalen Kathy Broske Carrie Kasubaski Phil Dahlberg Aaron Jambura Tony Warren Ray Schowalter Collete Troeller Richard Roembke Tracy Oestreich WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIR PARK STAFF Fair Park Director Fair Manager Accounting Manager Buildings & Grounds Manager Marketing Coordinator Event Coordinator Event Coordinator Admin. Assistant Kellie Boone Angels Schickert Dave Miller Steve Winzentsen Suzanne Fischer Dakota Steger Morgan Miller UW EXTENSION STAFF 4-H Youth Development Educator Amy Mangan-Fischer 4-H Youth Development Program & Volunteer Coordinator Megan Buehler Family Living Educator Carol Bralich Agriculture/Agri-Business Educator Steph Plaster Community Development Educator Paul Roback Nutrition Education Coordinator Renee Vertin ZIEGLER BUILDING COORDINATORS Melissa Kescenovitz & Michelle Hahn EXHIBITOR INSTRUCTIONS All entries must be turned onto Fair Park by June 30 th IN ALL CASES OTHERWISE NOTED, ONLY ONE ENTRY MAY BE MADE UNDER ONE pg. 6

7 CLASS BY AN EXHIBITOR 1. Entry forms must be received in the Washington County Fair Office by 4:30pm June 30 th or by midnight June 30 th at Entry forms will not be accepted after this date. 2. All entry forms must include exhibitor name, complete address, department entered, the division and class number, and fair premium book description. If not completed in full, the entry may be eliminated. Junior Class MUST enter Club Name or Organization Name, Grade, and age. 3. All entries must be made as indicated in the premium list. 4. An error on an entry form may result in a loss of premium. 5. Everyone, exhibitors included, will need a season wristband or admission ticket to enter the Fair after the gates open. RECYCLING FEE (per animal) 1. A recycling fee will be charged for each animal exhibited in the Pleasure, Draft Horse, Dairy, Beef, Llama, Sheep, Swine, Goat, Rabbits and Poultry Departments. No refunds on recycle fees. Dairy, Beef, Llamas Sheep, Swine, Goats Poultry and Rabbits Horse (Pleasure) Horse (Draft) $4.00 per animal $2.00 per animal $0.75 per animal $5.00 per horse $10.00 per slip stall $15.00 per box stall $20.00 per tack stall Exhibitor Code of Conduct Rules: 1. Adhere to rules and policies outlined in Premium Book 2. Conduct yourself in a courteous and respectful manner 3. Use appropriate language, exhibit good sportsmanship and provide a positive role model 4. Comply with local, state and federal laws 5. Respect others property and privacy rights 6. Abstain from any type of abuse- physical, emotional, harassment, hazing and bullying 7. Accept personal responsibility for behavior 8. Adhere to safety rules Consequences for violations of Code of Conduct: 1. Removal from exhibiting at the Fair up to and including removal from the fairgrounds 2. Forfeiture or repayment of fees and damages 3. Sanctions on participating in future years 4. A representative from the County Fair (Director or Fair Committee Chair), a member of the Non-Animal Committee or Livestock Committee and UWEX Staff Member (if youth exhibitor) will meet with the exhibitor to inform them of the consequence. If the exhibitor is in Junior Class, a parent or guardian will be notified. 5. A written letter outlining the decision will be mailed within 10 business days of the last day of the County Fair. DISQUALIFICATION PROCESS (Junior and Open Class Exhibits) I. General Process: A. The work of the exhibit must be done by the Exhibitor. pg. 7

8 B. If the Exhibitor enters an exhibit which he/she has not made, or in the case of an animal, cared for, the exhibit will be disqualified. C. The exhibit may be disqualified by the judge during the judging process or by a respective department at any time during the Fair. D. Premiums for all exhibits the Exhibitor has exhibited in that year will be forfeited. E. The exhibit will be removed from the Washington County Fair. F. A representative from the Non-Animal Committee or Livestock Committee, County Fair Staff, and UWEX Staff Member (if youth Exhibitor) will meet with the Exhibitor to inform them of the disqualification. G. A verbal disqualification will be given to the Exhibitor. If the Exhibitor is in Junior Class, a parent or guardian will be notified. H. A written letter outlining the decision will be mailed to the Exhibitor within 10 business days of the last day of the County Fair. If the Exhibitor is in Open Class, the decision will be sent by the AIS Board and/or Fair Park Staff. If the Exhibitor is a Junior Class Exhibitor, the letter will be sent by UWEX and Fair Park Staff. For a second infraction/disqualification, the Exhibitor will be disqualified from exhibiting at the Washington County Fair for two years. If a third infraction/disqualification occurs, the Exhibitor will not be allowed to exhibit at the Washington County Fair. II. Appeals Process: A. The Exhibitor has the right to appeal the written decision. B. The Exhibitor shall submit their written request to appeal within 10 business days of the date of the written decision to the following: - If the Exhibitor is in Open Class to the AIS Board whose address is: AIS: Washington County Ag & Industrial Society 3000 Hwy PV West Bend, Wisconsin If the Exhibitor is in Junior Class to the AIS Board and UWEX Office, whose addresses are: AIS: Washington County Ag & Industrial Society 3000 Hwy PV West Bend, Wisconsin UWEX: University of Wisconsin Extension 333 E. Washington Street. Suite 1200 West Bend, Wisconsin For Non-Animal Exhibits: The Appeals Committee will consist of three members from the Non- Animal Committee. One alternate will be named. - Livestock Exhibits: The Appeals Committee will consist of three member from the Livestock Committee. One alternate will be named. - The AIS Board may appoint additional members if they deem necessary. C. The Appeals Committee will review the written Decision and the exhibitor s written request to appeal, with any supporting documentation, to make their determination. Their determination shall also be in writing, sent to the Exhibitor and shall be final. There shall be no further appeal. LIVESTOCK ENTRY DAY INFORMATION pg. 8

9 Poultry Or Monday Tuesday 5:00pm 9:00pm 8:00am 12:00pm Rabbits Or Monday Tuesday 5:00pm 8:00pm 8:00am 12:00pm Beef, Sheep, Swine Tuesday 10:00am 12:30pm Dairy Tuesday 2:00pm 6:00pm Goats Tuesday 2:00pm- in place by 9:00am Wed. Pleasure Horse Tuesday 12:00pm 8:00pm Draft Horse Wednesday 7:00am in place by 9:00am Wed 3:00pm 8:00pm in place by 9:00am Thursday Llamas Wednesday 7:00am 9:00am *Times are subject to change* For all other projects, please see the respective department in the Fair Premium Book for entry information and judging times. All animals must be identified (ear tag or health papers, tattoo) with Department Superintendent before being unloaded. Health papers will be kept on file during the Fair in the Livestock Office and turned over to the Fair Office to maintain for a 5 year period. Failure to abide by this rule will result in immediate removal of animals from grounds and forfeiture of show rights. INSTRUCTIONS WHEN BRINGING IN EXHIBITS Pick up your exhibitor tickets in the Fair Park Office until Friday before Fair. Starting Monday of Fair week pick up will be in the Ziegler Building lobby. Take your exhibitor tickets and your exhibits to the appropriate department. The superintendent will attach the exhibitor ticket to the exhibit and put your exhibit in place after being judged. It is understood that the exhibitor shows the display at his/her own risk, and that neither Washington County Fair nor Washington County is liable to any extent for any damage the exhibitor s display may suffer. RELEASE INFORMATION Draft Horses Sunday 6:00pm All Livestock Exhibits Sunday 7:00pm All other Junior Exhibits Sunday (ONLY) 7:00pm 9:00pm All Open Division Exhibits Sunday Monday 7:00pm 9:00pm 8:00am 4:30pm Open Division Exhibits will be kept at Fair Park for one week. Exhibits will be disposed of if not picked up within this time REGULATIONS FOR STATE AID pg. 9

10 Changes made are in compliance with the WI. Dept. of Ag and Consumer Protection. CHAPTER ATCP 160 WI. AG, TRADE & CONSUMER PROTECTION SUBCHAPTER 1 CENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DEFINITIONS ATCP160.01DEFINITIONS. As used in the Chapter: 1. Class means a grouping in which exhibits may be entered, including an animal breed or age group for animal exhibits; a type of produce, crop or food; or a specific age, age group or educational grade level of exhibitor. 2. Department as it relates to the organizational structure of a fair, mean an animal species, production group, or other principal classification of exhibits. As used in any other context, department means the State of Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. 3. Division means one of three exhibitor group classifications for a fair and is limited to Junior Divisions, Open Division and Senior Citizens Division. 4. Lot or lot number means the numerical designation assigned by a local fair a specific category if exhibits within a class. 5. Premium means a monetary prize that a county fair awards to an exhibitor after judging all competing exhibits in the class too which the premium pertains. ATCP PREMIUM REQUIREMENTS. (1) GENERAL. (a) the state aid authorized by s.93.23(1), Stats, may be paid only on net premiums, which consists of total premiums paid less total entry fees received. The department may withhold state aid from any fair which does not enforce the animal health provisions required under ch.atcp10. for all classes of livestock exhibited at the fair. State aid will be paid only on premiums actually paid by bank check or draft. (b) No deductions may be made from premium money won by an exhibitor. Premiums may, however, be withheld where exhibition rules established by the fair association are violated. A written statement of violation shall be submitted to the department to justify action taken by a local fair. (c) Premiums offered shall be definite in amount, No decrease or increase in published premiums may be made because of the financial condition of the organization or for any other reason. (d) State aid may be paid on no more than 2 premiums awarded an exhibitor under one premium or lot number in Open Division individual livestock classes, except poultry and rabbits, and no more than one premium in all other calluses, including poultry and rabbits. (e) No county or district fair may receive state aid for premium awarded to any exhibitor in the Open Division if that exhibitor entered the same exhibit in the Junior Division at the same county or district fair. This paragraph does not apply if the exhibit was entered in the Junior Division only as part of a herd group, carcass class or performance class. (f) No state aid will be paid on the cost of ribbons, cups, trophy prizes or entertainment contests. (2) PREMIUM LISTS. (a) Premiums for which state aid is requested by county and district fairs shall conform with uniform premium lists and other requirements set forth in these rules. Fairs requesting state aid for net premiums shall submit to the department a printed copy of the premium list used at the fair, as required under s. ATCP (3)(d). (b) The officers of each fair shall mail a copy of the premium list to other associations, societies, or boards conducting a fair in Wisconsin upon request. (c) Sections ATCP through and shall be published in premium books used by a fair for which state aid is requested. (3) ENTRY FEES. (a) A county fair may charge an exhibitor an entry fee. Entry fees may not exceed 10% of the sum of all premiums offered to exhibitors in the same class for which the entry fee is charged. In lieu of an pg. 10

11 entry fee, a county fair may charge stall rents for horses, cattle, sheep, goats, swine, poultry, rabbits or pets. Stall rents shall not exceed $1.50 per single stall or animal or $3.00 per box stall for horses; $1.00 per single stall or animal or $2.00 per box stall for cattle; or $.50 per animal or $2.00 per pen for swine, goats or sheep. A standard pen for swine, goats or sheep is approximately square feet. (4) SPLIT FAIR DATES. No state aid may be paid to fairs having split dates, unless prior written approval is granted by the department. Extreme hardship must be established by the fair organization before approval can be granted. A split date is one where exhibits or contests are judged, and premiums paid at more than one time or at more than one location during the current year. When split dates are approved, all blue ribbon winners shall be required to repeat their demonstration or exhibit at the regular fair dates, unless exempted by the department in hardship cases. The repeated demonstration or exhibit may be presented through the use of audiovisual media, still photography or an educational display. Split date approval may not be required for clothing revue, demonstration, favorite foods revue, or dogs and small animals. ATCP EXHIBITION REQUIREMENTS. A county or district fair shall meet all of the exhibition requirements of this section to be eligible for state premium aid. (1) No fair society or other organization sponsoring a county or district fair shall require an exhibitor to become a member of the organization in order to enter an exhibit at the fair, nor shall the sponsoring organization make any deduction from an exhibitor s premium as a donation to the fair society, or require an exhibitor in any other way to make a donation to the society. (2) State aid may not be approved for out-of-state exhibits or for separate classed of local and nonlocal exhibitors. Aid may not be approved for payment of premiums to an exhibitor having an out-of-state address but claiming Wisconsin residency unless the fair secretary provides the department with an affidavit that the exhibitor s residence is geographically located within the state. (3) State aid may be paid only on articles or animals actually on display in an exhibit building or actually shown in the show ring on regular fair dates unless approval for split fair dates is obtained under s. ATCP (4). State aid may not be paid on Dairy Herd Improvement Association records, transportation aid, production contests or other special educational exhibits unless prior approval is obtained under s. STCP160.04(8). State aid may not be paid on exhibits removed from the fairgrounds before 8pm of the last day of the fair, or such other later time as may be specified by the fair, without prior approval of the department. Authority for earlier removal may be granted by the department in case of meat animal sales or other special classes, if requested before the beginning of the fair. In other hardship cases, approval may be granted by the local fair. Exhibits in dog obedience and small animal pet classes may be judged during the regular fair but are not required to remain present during the entire fair. The local fair may prescribe the length of time junior fair Exhibitors of horses shall keep their animals on the grounds. ATCP JR FAIR DIVISION; GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (1) AGE. In the Junior fair division, state aid will be paid on prizes offered to exhibitors who are 8-19 years of age on January 1 of the current fair year, except for exhibitors under ss.atcp160.65(1) and who may be 5-8years of age on January 1 of the current fair year. State aid will not be paid on prizes for club parades, club floats, song contests, or project which is not an exhibit or demonstration at the fair. (2) All exhibitors in the junior fair division shall be members of 4-H, FFA, FHA-HERO, Wisconsin Jr. Polled Hereford Association, scouting programs, breed groups or any other recognized youth organization under adult leadership and with an education program approved by the local fair. (3) Exhibits in the junior fair shall be a result of the exhibitor s own labor and may include a study, merit, or other special project, a skill area or a supervised occupational experience in which the exhibitor is regularly pg. 11

12 enrolled. (4) State aid may be used for the payment of no more than one premium awarded an exhibitor under any one premium or lot number in the Junior fair division, except when awarded as part of a group in livestock exhibits or in showmanship. (5) Premiums in the educational department shall be paid directly to the exhibitor who made the exhibit and not to the school or teacher, except for group premiums offered to inter-school competitive classes. No aid may be paid on education department premiums unless a complete list of exhibitors and a complete set of judges sheets for the education department, similar to those required in other departments, is filed with the department. All educational exhibits shall be displayed at the fair regardless of whether they are judged prior to or at the fair. (6) If 16 or more animals, items or articles are entered in any junior class, the class may be divided into 2 or more approximately equal groups according to weight, age or other identifying characteristic and each group judged as a class. (7) Special educational exhibits may be established if the proposal is presented to the Wisconsin association of fairs before October 1 of the year preceding its proposed establishment and the exhibit is approved by the department. (8) Within any junior fair department under sub Ch. IV, a county or district fair may establish special classes where none are specified under sub Ch. IV. Special classes may include classes for grade and crossbred females in the beef, swine, sheep and horse departments. Premiums for special classes created under this subsection shall be equal to premiums for comparable classes established in the same department under sub Ch. IV. ATCP OPEN DIVISION; GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. (1) The total maximum premiums set forth for all places in any open division livestock class, excluding poultry and rabbits, may be divided into premiums for a greater number of places, but the maximum premium offered for any additional place shall not be higher than the maximum for last place in the class. (2) State aid for premiums awarded for horses in open division classes shall be limited to horses which are owned by the exhibitor. (3) All animals in any open division class shall be owned by the exhibitor, except as provided in s. ATCP ATCP SR. CITIZENS DIVISION; GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. (1) The age of exhibitors in the Senior Citizens Division is limited to persons 62 years of age or over. (2) Exhibitors in the Senior Citizens Division may not enter identical items or articles in both the Senior Citizens Division and in the corresponding classes in the regular Open Division ATCP CLASSES; GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. (1) Classes may be combined if the number of entries in several single classes is insufficient. If any classes are combined, state aid shall be limited to the maximum total premiums listed for a single class of animals, items or articles in that department. (2) (a) Except as provided under par. (b), no county fair may receive state aid for premiums awarded for sexually intact male dairy cattle, beef cattle, sheep, swine or horses unless those animals are registered pg. 12

13 purebreds. Registered purebred stats shall be documented by a certificate of registry for the appropriate breed association or society, or by a copy of the application for registration. (b) Paragraph (a) does not apply to dairy cattle exhibited at a county fair if a national breed association certifies that those dairy cattle are recorded in that breed association s qualified herd which records the genealogy of that breed. (3) Any animal entered as part of a group class may also be exhibited in a class for individual animals. (4) Boars may not be entered as an exhibit in the swine department unless their tusks have been removed. ATCP JUDGING REGULATIONS. (1) Judging shall be done at county and district fairs by individuals who are registered with the department and who have knowledge, training or experience in the specific class or classes to be judged as determined by the department. Judging shall be done in accordance with the requirements of s. Ag 5.92(3) (a). In no case shall any person who is an officer or director of a fair be eligible to judge exhibits at such fair; nor shall any person interested directly or indirectly articles or animals in that department. (2) Each judge at a county fair, shall be provided with a copy of the premium book or list of entry classes at least 7 days prior to the opening date of the fair. (3) No animal/article, irrespective of the number of entries in the class in which it is entered, shall be awarded a higher rating than its merit would entitle, in comparison to the standard of perfection in the class. (4) (a) No state aid will be paid on premiums awarded under the Danish system in any classes except in the junior and the educational departments. (b) When classes in the Junior and educational departments are judged according to the Danish system, 4 group placings shall be awarded in any class. When there are less than 8 exhibitors in the class, there shall not be more than 2 in the first group, not more than 4 in the first 2 groups and not more than 6 in the first 3 groups. If there are 8 or more entries in the class, there shall not be more than 25% in the first group, not more than 50% in the first 2 groups, and not more than 75% in the first 3 groups. (c) The number of awards in the last group placing may be increased to the extent necessary to give awards to all exhibitors. Animal Health Regulations For Fairs and Shows in Wisconsin: 2018 Season pg. 13

14 This is a summary of animal health requirements for fairs, shows and exhibitions only. They are not necessarily the same as requirements for importing animals in Wisconsin or moving them within the state for other purposes. They may change if animal diseases occur in Wisconsin or elsewhere, so you should always check our website or contact us for current information. Ref. s. ATCP 10.87, Wis. Admin. Code GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SHOW ORGANIZERS All Fairs or Exhibitions of any length must obtain, review, and keep five years all required records and test results: Exhibitor s name and address Animal identification (number, type, description) Documents showing compliance with disease testing and other health requirements Livestock premises numbers, if any, where animal originated If requested by the Fair or show organizer, the documentation showing legal importation (if applicable) and movement to the event. Fairs or Exhibitions lasting more than 24 hours must appoint a licensed vegetarian to inspect all animals daily and review the above required records. DISEASES Animals that show evidence of having contagious or infectious diseases may not be commingled (or housed/kept) with other animals at the Fair, show or other Exhibition in such a way as to allow disease to spread. Such animals should not attend the Fair, Show, or Exhibition. Animals may be denied entry if they arrive at these events with contagious or infectious diseases, isolated and/or removed if they develop disease after arriving, or be subject to other actions as would be necessary to control diseases. Bovine animals with ringworm, mange, warts or scab will be removed from the Fair or Exhibition premises, unless the veterinarian in charge finds wart or ringworm lesions are incapable of transmitting disease. CATTLE and BISON Cattle from within Wisconsin have no requirements for tests or health documents. Cattle from outside Wisconsin must: Be accompanied by certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI or health certificate) documenting official animal ID and all required tests and certifications. Have a least one form of official individual ID (including steers) Meet all of Wisconsin s normal requirements for import (see Services/CattleBison.aspx) Acceptable animal ID s for all cattle from outside Wisconsin USDA metal ear tag number that is part of the National Uniform Eartagging System(NUES) (starts with state 2-digit code, also known as brite tag); this includes that orange brucellosis vaccination tag 15-digit 840 tags (visual or RFID) Valid only if applied before March 11, 2015: o Manufacturer-coded RFID tag 15-digit number with the first three digits in 900s o American ID tag 8 to 12-digit number prefaced with USA Brucellosis requirements for cattle from outside Wisconsin No cattle from outside Wisconsin are currently required to be brucellosis tested or vaccinated to cone the Fairs and Shows in Wisconsin. Tuberculosis requirements for cattle from outside Wisconsin For requirements by state, see: Services/CattleBison.aspx Cattle from Michigan s Modified Accredited Zone (for cattle from Michigan s TB Free Zone, see requirements by state above) also need: Import permit To originate from a herd that has a negative whole-herd TB test within 12 months before arrival in Wisconsin that includes all animals 1 year and older Negative individual TB test within 60 days before entering Wisconsin To return directly to the state of origin after the show, and there must be a statement on the CVI that they will be doing so. For information on obtaining an import permit: Online Services/AnimalMovementPermits.aspx DATCPAnimalImports@wi.gov Call Cattle from Canada must meet current federal requirements to enter the United States. (see imp cattle bison NOV 17.pdf) Requirements are subject to change as conditions warrant. For current information, check Services/CattleBison.aspx. SWINE Swine from within Wisconsin need a Wisconsin intrastate certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI or health certificate): Stating that the entire hers of origin was inspected on the farm within 30 days before the show and showed no signs of pg. 14

15 disease. Non-terminal Exhibitors: all swine must have a PRRS (Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome) and SECD (Swine Enteric Coronavirus Disease) test of the herd of origin within 90 days of the exhibition. Terminal Exhibitions: No testing requirements Swine from outside Wisconsin need a certificate of veterinary inspection that includes the following: The negative results of the PRRS test from the swine s herd of origin conducted within 90 days prior to movement into Wisconsin. The negative results of the SECD test from the swine s her of origin conducted within 90 days prior to movement into Wisconisn. A statement that the veterinarian has inspected the entire herd of origin within the past 30 days and that no clinical signs of PRRS and SECD or any other apparent diseases was present at the time of inspection Official individual ID Acceptable methods of ID for swine are: USDA silver ear tag USDA 540 ear tag, either visual or RFID Breed association tattoo if the pig is a purebred and the tattoo is registered An ear tag with the premises identification number and a unique identifier Ear notch if the pig is a purebred and the notch is registered Requirements are subject to change as conditions warrant. For current information and for PRRS and SECD testing options, check Services/SwineMovement.aspx SHEEP and GOATS Note: These rules do not apply for non-domestic sheep and goats. For these animals see the section pf Exotic ruminants below. Sheep and goats from within Wisconsin need: If sexually intact, need official individual ID at any age If not sexually intact, need official ID if they are 12 month or older Official ID includes scrapie ear tags or tattoos. USDA 840 ear tag, approved microchips of a reader is available and if accompanied by registration papers in the owner s name Cannot be under restriction for movement to Fairs and Shows Sheep and goats from outside Wisconsin need: Certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI or health certificate) and official individual ID: scrapie ear tags or tattoos, USDA 840 ear tag, approved microchips if a reader is available and if accompanied by breed registration papers in the owner s name, or breed association tattoo if accompanied by registration papers on the owner s name. Goats from Michigan s TB Modified Accredited Zone also need: Import permit To originate from a herd that has a negative whole-herd TB test within 12 months before arrival in Wisconsin that includes all animals 1 year and older Negative individual TB test within 60 days before entering Wisconsin To return directly to the state of origin after the show, and there must be a statement of the CVI that they will be doing so For information on obtaining an import permit: Online Services/AnimalMovementPermits.aspx DATCPAnimalImports@wi.gov Call Requirements are subject to change as conditions warrant. For current information, check Services/SheepGoatMovement.aspx EQUINE Equine animals from within Wisconsin need documentation of a negative EIA test done within the previous 12 months, which clearly identifies the animal by complete description, digital photographs, or an approved microchip (if a reader is available). No test is needed for nursing foals accompanying negative dams. Documentation may be: Official test report VS 10-11, or USDA-approved electronic test form, or Global Vet Link EI electronic form, or Certificate of veterinary inspection with the test results listed Equine animals from outside Wisconsin need: Certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI or health certificate) which clearly identifies the animal by complete description, digital photographs, or an approved microchip pg. 15

16 Negative EIA test done within previous 12 months that is reported on the CVI No EIA test is needed for nursing foals accompanying negative dams Equines from Minnesota are exempt from the CVI requirement if: Ownership does not change while the animal is in Wisconsin The animal remains in Wisconsin no longer than 7 days Proof of a negative EIA test in previous 12 months accompanies the animal Requirements are subject to change as conditions warrant. For current information, check Services/HorseOtherEquineMvmt.aspx SOUTH AMERICAN CAMELIDS, LLAMAS, ALPACAS, GUAMOCOS, VICUNAS South American camelids from within Wisconsin have no requirements South American camelids from outside Wisconsin must have a certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI or health certificate) and official individual ID. Official ID may be: Approved USDA ear tag number Microchip number Breed association registration number Breed association tattoo Requirements are subject to change as conditions warrant. For current information, check Services/LlamaAlpacaMovement.aspx EXOTIC RUMINANTS Note: Exotic ruminants are ruminants that are not native to Wisconsin, and are not cervids for example, Old World camels, yaks, water buffalo, pronghorn antelope, giraffes, and non-domestic sheep and goats. In addition, please contact your county and local municipality for any restrictions. Exotic ruminants from within Wisconsin have no requirements Exotic ruminants from outside Wisconsin must have Certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI or health certificate) Official individual ID (one of the following) o Approved USDA ear tag number o Microchip number o Breed association registration number o Breed association tattoo Import permit Proof written on the CVI that they meet requirements for: o Tuberculosis (YB) negative test required within 60 days before entry o Brucellosis negative test required within 30 days before entry Please call beforehand to determine which TB test to use For information on obtaining an import permit: Online Services/Animal/MovementPermits.aspx DATCPAnimalImports@wi.gov Call Requirements are subject to change as conditions warrant. For current information, check Services/ExoticSpeciesMvmt.aspx POULTRY AND WATERFOWL (Pigeons are not considered poultry for Fairs and Shows) Poultry and Waterfowl from within Wisconsin need: A NPIP certificate stating that the birds originate from a US pullorum-typhoid clean or NPIP affiliated flock and turkeys must test negative for Mycoplasma gallisepticum, or A DATCP issued certificate stating they are from a Wisconsin Tested or Associate Flock and turkeys must test negative for Mycoplasma galliseptirum Or Individually test sexually mature birds within 90 days before arrival at the show. These birds also need wing or leg band ID. All birds must test negative for pullorum-typhoid, and turkeys must test negative for Mycoplasma gallisepticum. Poultry and Waterfowl from outside Wisconsin need a certificate of veterinary inspection or equivalent (such as form VS-9-3) that states: They originate from a flock classified pullorum-typhoid clean under NPIP or and equivalent state program and turkeys for Mycoplasma gallisepticum, or If they are sexually mature, that they have tested negative for pullorum-typhoid (and Mycoplasma gallisepticum for turkeys) pg. 16

17 within 90 days before arrival at the show. These birds also need wing or leg band ID. Not Required: Import permit number Requirements are subject to change as conditions warrant. For current information, check Services/PoultryMovement.aspx. SMALL ANIMALS: DOGS, DOMESTIC CATS, AND OTHER HOUSEHOLD PETS (Ferrets, pet birds, rabbits, gerbils, guinea pigs, hamsters, domestic mice and rats) Note: These rules do not apply to animals that are part of menageries. For those rules, see below. Pot-bellied and miniature pigs fall under rules for swine. Dog hybrids, domestic cat hybrids, or exotic small cat species such as servals fall under rules for Exotic small animals. Native wild animals and birds, including raptors, and captive wild animals such as raccoons, opossums, and skunks fall under rules for wild animals. Dogs from within Wisconsin that are 5 months or older need proof of current rabies vaccination. Cats and other household pet from within Wisconsin have no requirements. Dogs and cats from outside Wisconsin that are 5 months or older need to be vaccinated for rabies by a licensed veterinarian, and regardless of age, need certificates of veterinary inspection (CVIs or health certificates) stating the age of the animal and for animals 5 months and older the date of last rabies vaccination and revaccination due date. Other household pets from outside Wisconsin need certificates of veterinary inspection (CVIs or health certificates) but have no testing or vaccination requirements. Small animals from other nations need to meet requirements of the U.S. Department of Agriculture ( ) and Centers for Disease Control ( ). Requirements are subject to change as conditions warrant. For current information, check Services/PetMovement.aspx. EXOTIC SMALL ANIMALS (Any species not covered by small animals above) Exotic large animals, and other wild animals Note: Local jurisdictions may have requirements beyond the state requirements listed here. Animals from within Wisconsin do not have any requirements as long as they are legally possessed in Wisconsin. Animals from outside Wisconsin generally have no testing or vaccination requirements, but do need: Certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI or health certificate) Import permit number Note: Some animals may not be brought to Wisconsin. These are North American prairie dogs and the following African species: tree squirrels, rope squirrels, dormice, Gambian giant pouched rats, brush-trailed porcupines and striped mice. Some animals may require permits front he Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. See For information on obtaining an import permit: Online Services/AnimalMovement.aspx. DATCP AnimalImports@wi.gov Call Requirements are subject to change as conditions warrant. For current information, check Services/PetMovement.aspx. CIRCUS, RODEO, RACING AND MENAGERIE ANIMALS Note: Local jurisdictions may have requirements beyond the state requirements listed here. Animals from within Wisconsin must meet vaccination and testing requirements for their species. See these requirements earlier in this document. Animals from outside Wisconsin need certificates of veterinary inspection (CVIs or health certificates) and vaccinations and tests required for their species. See these requirements earlier in this document. They also need permit numbers if they are: Circuses and individual circus acts Rodeo stock other than individual participants horses Multi-species menageries (defined as any animals kept in a collection primarily for purposes of exhibition or competition) Petting zoos They do not need import permit number of they are: Rodeo horses owned by individual participants Single-species groups Note: Some animals may not be brought to Wisconsin. These are North American prairie dogs and the following African species: tree squirrels, rope squirrels, dormice, Gambian giant pouched rats, brush-trailed porcupines and striped mice. Some animals may require permits front he Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. See For information on obtaining an import permit: Online Services/AnimalMovemenPermitst.aspx. pg. 17

18 DATCP Call Requirements are subject to change as conditions warrant. For current information, check Services/CircusesRodeosMenageries.aspx. GUIDELINES FOR HOUSING AND MANAGING ANIMALS The State Veterinarian Recommends that exhibitors: Vaccinate breeding cattle against bovine viral diarrhea (BVD) at least 30 days before the event Test cattle for BVC-PI by immunoperoxidase test, and bring them to shows only if they test negative Test cattle for Johne s diseases by ELISA test, and bring them to shows only if they test negative Clean and disinfect vehicles used to transport animals to and from the show, and vehicles used at the show, before and after show Isolate exhibited animals returning to their farms or animals purchased at the show for 21 days before mingling them with other stock The State Veterinarian recommends that show organizers: House cattle separately from South American camelids and other exotic ruminants House cattle separately from small ruminants, especially sheep House ostriches, emus, rheas and cassowaries separately from domestic poultry House swine separately from any other mammals Include a space for the premises registration code on livestock entry forms Provide hand-washing stations near all livestock facilities Provide individual watering and feeding troughs rather than common ones. JUNIOR FAIR DIVISION GENERAL RULES 1. The exhibits in this division are open only to members on good standing of a Washington County organization located in Washington County, including 4-H Clubs, FFA, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, FHA, Jr. Holstein Association, Pioneers, Jr. Polled Hereford Associations and other qualified groups which are approved by the Washington County AIS at least 30 days prior to opening day of the fair. By meeting the expectations of the youth organization they are a part of, youth exhibitors earn the privilege to represent that organization as an exhibitor a the Washington County Fair. Youth exhibitors should check with leaders and administrative staff of the organization they represent to verify that they are meeting the expectations of that organization before entering to exhibit at the Washington County Fair. 2. All exhibits must be the work of the exhibitor since the previous County Fair. 3. Exhibits are to be made only on the project or projects in which the exhibitor is enrolled. The enrollment is to be vouched for by the leader of the youth organization or parent concerned H members competing for premiums must meet all the rules and requirements of 4-H club work. Premiums will not be paid to anyone not enrolled as a 4-H member in good standing or to any member who failed to hand in a completed record book at the end of the club year. The Fair Board reserves the right to withhold premium checks for exhibitors not completing all requirements for project. Record books must cover the projects exhibited. Record of Achievement Lists for 4-H project record books must be turned in by the club General Leader to the UW Extension Office no later than September 5 th in order for premium money to be paid. 5. Exhibits are open to youth K5 13 th grade or no more than 19 years of age as of January 1 st of the current fair year, depending on the grade or age rule governing the Recognized Washington County organization to which the youth belongs. 6. In addition to champion ribbons, merit ribbons may be presented to those articles deemed outstanding by the judge. State Fair selections may also be made. 7. Exhibitors are allowed to show an exhibit from another county providing space allows. JUNIOR LIVESTOCK GENERAL RULES 1. Not more than 5 dairy or beef entries may be shown by any one exhibitor. pg. 18

19 2. An animal may NOT be shown in both Junior and Open Divisions, except to complete a group division in the Open Show. 3. All health papers for animals must be presented to the superintendent before animals are unloaded. 4. Animals entered must be placed with the club indicated on the entry form. If an exhibitor wishes to put their animals in another group, they must contact the superintendent of the department no later than 15 days before entry day of the fair. Adjustments will be made at the discretion of the superintendent. 5. Exhibitor must furnish own straw and feed. 6. See Page 9 for time livestock should be in place. 7. Exhibitors are responsible to clean up manure from their animals any time the animals are out of the barn. 8. Registration papers must accompany all registered animals and be shown to superintendent on entry day before unloading animal. 9. All animals shown must be owned by exhibitors, exhibitor s family or resident employee of the owner of the animal. 10. Animals must be shown by exhibitors except where permission is granted to have a substitute do the showing. The substitute must be a youth member from Washington County. 11. The appearance of a person showing an animal in the judging ring and his ability of showmanship will be considered by the judge in awarding ribbons. This is very important and will be stressed. 12. It is recommended that anyone exhibiting livestock, dress in clean neat attire for the show ring. The customary cover all or usual barn clothes are discouraged from use in the show ring. No farm name may be worn during showing. 13. Control of Animals Livestock exhibitors must be able to bring animals into the show ring to be handled and judged but he judge in order to receive premiums in any division or be eligible for the Livestock Sale. 14. The only individuals allowed in the show ring during judging of all animal species will the exhibitor and individuals wearing a vest with the working LIVESTOCK OFFICIAL. These officials will be determined by the Department Superintendent. Any other individual in the show ring during judging will result in disciplinary action. 15. No sedatives may be used on livestock. 16. If you are planning to stay overnight with your livestock, a pass will be required. Passes will be available on the following schedule: Tues. Sat. 3-5pm. Livestock exhibitors ONLY will be allowed overnight on the fairgrounds. Not brothers, sisters or friends. 17. Livestock entries may be loaded at 7:00pm on the last day if the Fair. (Draft horses at 6:00pm) 18. Any animal not under control will be removed from the fairgrounds at the discretion of the Livestock Coordinator and the Department Superintendent. If necessary, the matter will be referred to the Fair Manager. 19. Exhibitors are required to wash cattle at wash racks only. JIM HAWIG-JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SALE CHAIRMAN The rule for the Washington County Fair Livestock Sale were provided to all project members in the packet at the time of weigh-in ad pg. 19

20 printed in the Animal Science Handbook. Please refer to these sources for information and requirements. If there are questions contact the UW Extension Office at LIVESTOCK WEIGH-IN Fair weigh-in: All animals must be in place Tuesday on or before 12:30pm. Lambs will be weighed in pen by pen starting at 1:00pm. Swine to be weighed in pen by pen immediately following lambs. No free weigh-ins for lambs or swine. Beef weights taken from noon to 2:00pm. EDUCATIONAL DISPLAYS See Dept. 132, Division B for information on educational displays. Entry must be made by the club on an official entry form, postmarked June 30, to be eligible. HEALTH REGULATIONS Junior Fair exhibits will be subjected to the same requirements as for other livestock at the Fair. NO CHANGES MADE AT THE FAIR!! FAIR VETERINARIAN RESPONSIBILITES The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection establish rules that fairs must follow to reduce the risk of animal health concerns. One of those requirements is: If a fair or livestock exhibition in this state lasts for more than 24 hours, the sponsors of the fair or exhibition shall appoint a licensed veterinarian to conduct a daily inspection of all livestock at the fair or exhibition. For a complete listing of the rule, please see the health requirements section of the fair book. The veterinarian employed by the fair does come to the grounds each day. Their schedule depends on their other responsibilities and is usually not at a set time each day. When the veterinarian comes to the fair, they will check with the Livestock Office to see if there are any concerns or animals to check. They will then walk through the livestock areas and observe animals for any concerns. If you have an animal that you would like the veterinarian to check when they are on the grounds, please leave the in livestock office. It will then be provided to the veterinarian on the next visit. The veterinarian will check your animal. However, if any treatment is administered you are responsible for the costs of the treatment. If an animal needs immediate attention it is the responsibility of the exhibitor to contact their own veterinarian for any attention or treatment. If you have any questions, please speak to the superintendent of your department or someone at the Livestock Office. OVERNIGHT PASSES Youth or adults that plan to stay on the grounds between 11:00pm and 6:00am will need to obtain an overnight pg. 20

21 pass. All junior fair exhibitors, even if over the age of 18, are considered as youth and will need to follow the procedures and requirements for a youth pass. Overnight passes for youth will be issued only to people exhibiting livestock having an important and compelling need to stay at the fair. Friends or others will not be eligible for overnight passes. Adults and/or youth wishing to obtain an overnight pass can pick up the applications at the UW Extension Office in West Bend. Exhibitors are encouraged to complete and turn in the application to UW Extension Office by June 30th. However, applications will be accepted no later than July 12th, Applications will only be considered on an emergency basis after this date. All youth staying overnight will need to be under the supervision of a parent, legal guardian, or a chaperone. Chaperones must be identified by parents, be over 21 years of age, obtain an overnight pass, and have completed the youth protection program. Chaperones are limited to supervising 10 youth. Pick up of passes is handled as follows: Beef, sheep, swine and dairy exhibitors will be available for pick up in the Livestock Office on Tuesday through Saturday of the Fair between the hours of 3:00pm and 5:00pm. Llama, alpaca and goat: UW Extension staff will give the wristbands to the appropriate Superintendent or participants directly. Pave the Way to the Fair Park pg. 21

22 Buy a Brick During the planning stages of the new Washington County Fair Park many people asked that the County provide a way for citizens, organizations, clubs and businesses to personalize their contributions and show their support. A commemorative dedication plaza was suggested and planners went to work to provide such an area. The Washington County 4-H Leaders Association now brings this opportunity to you! The Washington County Fair Park Donor Recognition Plaza is located just outside the Fair Park Pavilion and the Main Fair Park Entrance. This attractive plaza offers donors a variety of commemorative elements that will provide space for memorials, special messages, family names, and business logos. Donors will be able to put their family name, business name, or club on a variety of items from a simple brick or plaque to a tree or park bench. The Fair Park offers year round educational, entertainment and economic benefit to Washington County and Southeastern Wisconsin. Hundreds of thousands of people use the Fair Park each year. Personalized memorial bricks make great gifts for the person who has everything, or for children and grandchildren, An investment of as little as $25.00 for your names on a plaque or $50.00 for a 4 x 8 personalized brick will give you, your family or club a lifetime of satisfaction knowing you helped build the Washington County Fair Park. (Gift Certificates available at the Fair Park Office) Bricks will be installed in the spring and in the fall. pg. 22